LANARKSHIRE MAN EXPOSES HIMSELF TO CHILDREN AT PARK, CLAIMS NO MEMORY
A man from Craigneuk, Lanarkshire, identified as Robert Hunter, was convicted for exposing himself in Memorial Park, Wishaw.The incident occurred on August 16, 2023, when four girls aged between 11 and 14 spotted Hunter standing behind a bush with his jeans pulled down to his ankles before fully exposing himself by removing his jeans and boxer shorts.
The girls felt uncomfortable and left the scene after informing their mother, who later returned with them to the park to identify Hunter.
By that time, Hunter was clothed again and was challenged by the parent, leading to his arrest.
During his arrest, Hunter spat on one officer and kicked another.
He admitted to the offence, claiming he had consumed alcohol and cocaine and had no memory of the event.
Hunter was subsequently placed on the sex offenders' register following the court's decision, which emphasized the significant sexual element involved in the case.
The sheriff deferred the sentencing until September for background reports and electronic monitoring assessment.
